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ing Richmond Hill Lions Hall with the Novelty Ranch Boys. Admission $1.00 each, auspices of 396 @chmond Hm Scout Group. ' c1w18 son School 0 nual Bake anl school. Tea w NOVEMBER 5 â€"â€" Monday. The Evening Group of the Richmond Hill United Church WA. will meet at 8 o'clock in the S. S. room. Miss Ruth Boxer. fashion consultant for Robt. Simpson Co. will be the guest speaker, All la- dies welcome. c1w18 NOVEMBER 7 â€"â€" 5-8 pm. Tur- key supper. Full course meal. By W.A. of Carrville United Church. in the church hall. Adults $1.75. Children under 12. 75c. c4w15 NOVEMBER. 10 lore Sr. Women's Institute Bazaar and Tea. Vellore Memorial Hall at 3 pm. Everybody welcome. NOVEMBER 3 ‘ zaar. Richmond ian Church will at 3 pm. in th room. Somethin, NOVEMBER zaar and Bake Sale in Edgeley Community Hall at 2.30 pm. Aus- pices Women's Association of Edgeley United Church. c2wl7 NOVEMBER NOVEMBER 6 â€"â€" Tuesday 8.30 pm. in Wrixon Hall. Lyric Male Choir and assisting soloists in programme of favorite secular songs. Tickets 50c at Fabric Fair or Hall door. c1w17 NOVEMBER 10 â€"â€" Saturday.'Vel~ NOVEMBER 10 â€" Saturday. 3 11m. to 6 pm. Trinity Church, Thornhiu, Annual Bazaar and Tea in the Parish Hall. Sewing. knitting. bake table, fish pond. white elephant, dolis’ clothes and candy. , c2w18 NOVEMBER 14 -17 Inclusive â€" St. Andrew's United Church Choir, Markham. will present their third Gilbert & Sullivan Operetta. "The Gondollers" in fihe Church Hall, Markham at 8.30 pm. Tickets $1.00 reserved. Dir- ected by Peggie Clark and Arthur Sclater. For tickets and informa- tion phone Markham 661. c1w18 NOVEMBER 14 â€" Wednesday 8 p.111. A progressive euchre in the Community Centre Hall, Maple, at 8 o’clock under auspices of the Women’s Institute. Good priz- es. Admission 58c. c1w18 NOVEMBER 3 â€"- Saturday. Pres- entation and dance for Mr. and Mrs. Carl Boynton, Mr. and Mrs. Bob Johnston and Mr. and Mrs. Jack Shaw will be in the Vellore Hall. Music by Lloyd's Orchestra. Everybody welcome. Ladies pro- vide. *1w18 NOVEMBER 17’â€"-â€" The annual bazaar sponsored by the Wom- an's Association of Richmond Hill United Church at 3 pm. in the Sunday School rooms. Sale of handwork. aprons. home baking and candy. Afternoon tea. c1w18 In vacating the Chair, Presi- dent Dave Higgins expressed his pleasure and satisfaction with the (co-operation accorded him by the executive during the past year. He welcomed his successor. Lou Wainwright to his office of Presi- dent and Chairman of Sidesmen. A tour of the Ford Plant at Oakville, arranged by Donald Little, for the evening of Thurs- day, November 29th has been completed. The members appreci- ated the showing of two sound« color films ~â€" "Epidemic", and “It‘s fun to sing“â€"â€"the latter il- lustrating the work of selectinsz and training of the Leslie Bell singers. EVERY THURSDAY â€" Bingo. sponsored by L.O.L. 2368 in the Orange Hall. Richmond Hill, at 8 pm. sharp. Lucky draw night. tfc28 EVERY FRIDAY â€"â€" Dance, Mapâ€" le Community Centre to Chuck Fortune and the Chuck Wagon Ramblers. Round, Square and Rock'n Roll. 9 p. . to 1 am. t£c18 II t t It NOVEMBER 3 â€" Saturday. A bazaar of fancy aprons, home ba- king and candy is being held at 3 pm. in the United Church Sun- day School Room under auspices of the Mission Circle and C.G.I. T. c1w18 The executive elected were Munroe Ashkanese, morning Con- vener. Aubrey Dunn, evening Convener. Jim Ezynton. Secre- tary. Jack Brodrlck. Treasurer, Dave Higgins. membership chair- man, Charles Peacock, Sick Com- mittee. Norman McLellan. Reâ€" freshment Committee, together with'Ken Flynn and Dennie Un- derhill. In one of his briefâ€"but en- lightening discourses the Rev. Arthur Chote presented his topics "Faith" and “Christian Love", “men's edition", in his usual dy- namic manner. EVERY WEDNESDAY -â€" Bingo at 8 pm, wharp in Legion Hall, 114 Carrvllle Road W. Sponsored by Branch 375 Canadian Legion, Al_fln Mr. Lou WainWright Elected President Election of officers for the year 1956â€"57 marked the well attended gathering of the Men's Club of St. Mary's Anglican Church, in Wrixon Hall on October 27th. Refreshmentsâ€"and the chance to catch up on general conversa- tionâ€"brought to a close. another getotogether of the Men's Club. EVERY MONDAY NIGHT at 8 D.m. Bingo, Community Hall, Sprur'e A*’e.. Stop 22A Yonge. Richmond Hm MBER 3 -â€"â€"' Saturday. Ba- Richmond Hm Presbyter- urch will hold their bazaar «.m. in the Sunday School Something for all. c1w18 L'ommg Events 2R 3 -v 2 pm. Jefferâ€" Community Club An- and Apron Sale at the 1 will be served. c4w15 â€" 9 pm. Dancâ€" Hill Lions Hall Saturday iay. Ba- Edgeley .m. Aus- c2w18 C9329 tic] 9 Witnesses Testify Inquest Jury Suggests Thorough Inspection All Substandard Housing Muncipalities' Joint Counsel Claims T.T.C. Agreement Case One For The Law Court ‘ A fiveâ€"man jury last Thursday night recommended that all substandard buildings inhabited in the district should be thoroughly inspected by the proper authorities to insure that they are safe for human habitation. The recommendation was brought in after 45 minutes deliber- ation following an inquest into the death of Sandra Slighte and Michael Ball who died in a fire on October 12 in Rich- vale. Presiding at the inquest were Assistant Crown Atâ€" torney Harold Sanders and district Coroner. Dr. J. P. Wil- son. Members of the jury drawn from the Vaughan Town- ship voters list were George Richards. Robert Srigley, Robert Scott, Ernest Pike and Donald Stephens. Robert Scott acted as foreman of the jury. DrnW. Cameron Cowan who performed an autopsy on the body of Sandra Slighte said that the examination showed that death had probably been caused by small amounts of carbon mon- oxide in the blood stream rather than burning. Dr. Cowan suggest- ed that the positions of the bod- ies in the burned building and marks on the bodies indicated that some attempt had been made to escape. However, he said that he was sure they were in a stu- por when they became aware of the smoke. The doctor told the jury he felt that the two persons were dead before the fire actual- ly broke out. VOLUME LXXVIII, NUMBER 18 Police Report P. C. Wood of the Vaughan Township Police Force testified that he was on duty at Thornhill when he received a call from the police despatcher to investigate a reported glow in the sky in the Richvale area. He said that he found a “converted shed” at the rear of 48 Edgar Ave. with two- thirds of the exterior in flames. P. C. Wood told the court that the owner of the main house, Mrs. Blanche Facer, told him she did not know if there was anyone in the house but that it was rented. He said that as he returned to the police cruiser to summon the Maple Fire Department, the Richmond Hill fire truck arrived ind proceeded to extinguish the fire. He told the court that he called the coroner and a doctor. “Then J. Davidson. the Vaughan Township Fire Co-ordinator ar- At Municipal Board Hearing rived t6 assume the investiga- tion." he concluded. Impossible To Enter Mr. Sanders asked if the building had been built for liv- ing quarters. The policeman re- The verdict stated that the two victims had died at or about 3 a.m., October 12, 1956, in a cabin at the rear of 48 Edgar Ave. The cause of death was attributed to car- bon monoxide poisoning induced by smouldering debris piled near the stove. Vaughan Township Deputy Police Chief Ernie Bone is seen above present- ing prizes to (l-r) Mary Ann Baker, Karen VWlaley and Sherry Sissons. The prizes Were for the best essays on safe- ty written at the school. Deputy Chief Bone spends many hours among the ME Eihmai Building Lined Asked if the building was fit for human habitation by juror E. Pike, the policeman replied that it was lined with wallboard and insulated and had electricity and a tap in it. He said that it appear- ed to be converted for living quarters rather than being orig- inally built for that purpose. Mr. Pike then questioned if the build- ing had been changed into living quarters under the jurisdiction of the Vaughan Township Build- ing Inspector. "I don‘t know," replied Wood. ’ plied that he couldn‘t ascertain but added that it was used for that purpose. In reply to jurors’ questions, Constable Wood said that it was impossible to enter the building when he arrived because the single entrance was blocked by smoke and flames. Question OWner The court then interrogated Mrs. Blanche Facer, owner of the property. She testified that the cottage was in the same condi- tion as when she bought the property six years ago. "I rented it to Michael Ball approximately a month ago". she said adding that it had been rented previous- ly.She described the couple as being quiet and said that she had only spoken to them on a few oc- casions. In reply to a question regardâ€" ing her actions the night of the fire. Mrs. Facet testified that she was wakened by Llie glare of the fire. She called the fire depart- ment immediately and proceeded to waken other members of her household. She said she didn‘t know if the couple was in or out and as there was nothing she could do about the fire she re- (Continued on page 3) Essentials, Unity,- In Non-essentiafs, Liberty; In all "tings, Clarity.” children in township schools discussing safety practices and at the recent grad- uation banquet at which the presenta- tions were made he said that there have been no serious accidents to and from Vaughan Township Schools in the last five years. -â€" Photo by Lagerquist RICHMOND HILL, ONTARIO, THURSDAY OCTOBER 31, 1956 Gail Menthe In Oratorical Finals The honour of representing Richmond Hill Public Schools in the. annual York County public speaking contest was won by Gail Menthe of Richmond Hill last WedneSday night. Speaking in a competition held at the MacKill- op Home and School meeting Gail’s speech on “Happiness” was judged the best of three. Second place went to John Perkins for his speech on “Canada” with Jackaline Bettles taking third place. As the winner, Gail will compete in the York County pub- lic speaking contest on November Lin the County Chambers at Newmarket. Before announcing the judges’ decision, Mr. Gordon Crutcher commended all three contestants for ,their fine efforts and com- mented briefly on each of the speeches giving both praise and constructive criticism. For the second half of the Home and School program, the speaker was Mr. Duard Rose, who explained the Level System. This is a subject of great interest at the present time and one which has led to much confusion on the part of parents. Mr. Rose gave a clear picture of the "hows" and “whys” of the Level System and answered _all questions, spoken and unspoken, for a most appre- ciative audience. Refreshments and a social hour completed a very worthwhile ev- ening for the 140 teachers and parents who attended. BOLTON : It may cost ratepayers an .additional $13,000 to have a basement under the two room ad- dition to the Public School here. The Department of Education does not pay any grant on base- mems. Richmond Hill will score another “first” next Tues~ day evening when the Lyric Male Choir will visit Wrixon Hall under the auspices of the Evening Guild. This wellâ€" known 20-voiced choir will sing many old favorites such as “The Lost Chord", “Road To the Isles” and “John Peel” to mention only three. There will be Winnifred Reid and H. French as vocal soâ€" loists and Cliff Bryant will lend sparkling wit and hu- mour to the programme. This will be the only ap- pearance locally of this ta1~ ented musical group which comprises men in all walks of life voluntarily giving their time to bring happi- ness and enjoyment to many people. The Conductor is W. John Thomas and the Accom‘ panist is Winifred L. Thom~ as. Everyone is invited to hear this interesting and varied programme. First Visit Lyric Choir Realizing the Divine Worship number of resi denominations formed a “Unite holding their Services in th adjacent ta. ti‘ School. Plan New United Church For R. Hill each : the Pr Junior ages 9 ten gr vice is held. The group has been successful in securing the servi- ces of volunteer teachers, also those of Mr. Don Hansford, Stud- ent of Emmanuel College and Deaconess Miss Richardson. Or- gan music is'provided by a par. table instrument brought along â€" and played by Miss Patricia Waern. The present attendance at the 11 am. service ranges from 60 to '70. with a total of 100 to 175 chilgiren of vgrious ages. The group held its meeting on October 24, electing a commit- tee to organize, and resulting in the forming of the following ex- ecutive: Mr. Orval Magee, chair- man; Mr. C. Loverock. assistant chairman; Mr. J. D. Haney, treas- urer; Mr. G. Parr, assistant treas- urer; Mr. Thos. Buchan, secret- ary; Mr. Bob Wylie, assistant sec- retary; Mr. A. E, Wallace, sup- erintendent of Sunday School. Vaughan Grants $5,000 F orMaple Water Supply In line with future develop- ment. the members have secured a five-acre tract in Crosby Heights. at Bayview Avenue ~â€" their Church is to be called “St. Mafithew's United Church of Richmond Hill.” Drilling operations to discover a well to provide water for the.Village of Maple will start as soon as arrangements can be made with International Water Supply. This follows an agreement made by the Vaughan Township Council on Monday to provide $5,000.00 for the Maple Village Trustees to initiate a search for an adequate water supply for the entire village. Trustees KirBy Brock and An- drew Snider appearing before Council stated it was the Trus- tees‘ belief now was the oppor- tune time, as a new subdivision is in the planning process, to es- tablish a municipal water supply. Water would be necessary in the new subdivision and they felt the whole village should be included in the water service. Better Position To Demand Services _ “We will also be in a better position to demand the subdiv- ided keep to the requirement ap- proved by the planning board of $500.00 per lot, 28 ft. roads; sew- ers and sidewalks, than if he had to search for water and in- cur a lot of expense, and then have to ask us to lower our de- mands." stated Trustee Brock It was pointed out that Maple is slated for important develop- ment in this area with the rail- way and Highway 400 at hand is well as being so near Metropol- itan Toronto, and a good water supply is indispensable for in- dustrial development which must go hand in hand with sub- division if taxes are not to get out of hand. And it could jeopar- dize this and any future subdiv- isions if services within the sub- division had to be reduced be- cause the subdivider had to pro- vide for water exploration at his expense. “We shouldn’t let the subdiv- ider control the water; it is a job for the elected representa- tives to administer in the inter- ests of all the taxpayers,“ com- mented Councillor Robert Kirk. Maple Developing Are_a “If the exploration for water cost the subdivider a large sum he would depend on concessions from us in other respects and we could end up with reduced service as regards good roads and sidewalks in a subdivision,” Truste Brock stated. Trustees Meet Council “Yes, if we supply the water, then we can demand he supply the other necessary services." ag- reed Councillor Kirk. Can Recover Initial Costs “Well, it's a gamble,” said Reev: Marshall McMurchy, “but the cost is recoverable if we are successful. We know that there are flowing wells in Maple. but whether they can produce a large Regular :gular service is now held Sunday, at 9.45 am. for Primary group. ages 6 to 8, or Intermediate and Senior, 9 to 15, with the Kindergar- group, age to 5 years at 11 , at which time the adult'ser- is held. The group has been essful in securing the servi- of volunteer teachers, also 6 of Mr. Don Hansford, Stud- of Emmanuel College and :oness Miss Richardson. Or- :stI in secur f volunteer of Mr. Don H If Emmanuel ness Miss Ri msic is provi mg the need for local 'orship in their area, a 1f residents of various tions have met. and “United Church Group“. their Sunday Church in the two portables ta. the Walter Scott the the Approve Sale Of Simcoe Park York County Council approved last Thursday the purchase of the 450-acre York County Park at Lake Simcoe by the Provin- cial Government for $170,000. The county bought the park for $120,000 in 1952 and has spent $77,000 for maintenance and con- struction. Warden Marshall McMurchy re- minded council that Metropolitan area municipalities have an 55 per cent interest in the park and if it was retained council would have to reimburse these munici- palities to the extent of $110,000. “I don’t think we should ask taxpayers of this county to sup- port and maintain a park which is used by a majority of people out- side the county," said Mr. Mc- Murchy. The province, he said would be able to improve the park and provide additional swimming and recreation facilities that council could not afford. quantity of water is another question.” Trustee Snider pointed out the Trustes were dependent on the Council to finance the project, and asked what the procedure would be. He was answered the initial expense for exploration would come from capital funds of the township. If the exploration is successful, a Water Aréa will be created and the township stand to cover its initial 'risk. Kirk Makes Motion Councillor Kirk, who heads the Committee for Carrville- Water Area, stated he was heartily in favour of the action proposed by the Maple Trustes and moved the motion. Councilloz‘ James Reid was the seconder. AURORA : A group known as the Hobbycrafters has pointed out that there is a vital need for a community centre in the town. NEWMARKET : The old Drill Hall here has been purchased by the York County Curling Club as the site for a future curling cen- tre. To Represent Vaughan At Contest To Ascertain Vaughan Feelings Markham Township Counâ€" cil decided Monday to ap- proach Vaughan Township Council in an effort to ascer- tain Vaughan's feelings re- garding any proposed dissol- ution of School Area No. 1 Markham-Vaughan. Under any such plan each Township wo 1d then be responsible fo the education of its own children. Representing the smallest public school in Vaughan Township. Carrville Public School, Bob Manning. 12, won the Vaughan Township Tea- chs’ Association public speak- ing contest held at Klein- burg Public School on Tues- day afternoon. His subject was “Canada and Her fut- ure." Schools under Inspector J. A. Gibson competed and there were 12 entries, more than is usual. Bob will compete at the York County Public Speak- ing Contest in the council chambers in Newmarket on Thursday. He is the son of Rev. and Mrs. Robert Man- ning, R. R. 2, Maple. Second place went to Vir- ginia Wade of Concord Pub- lic School. Concord also placed fourth with Jane Red- man HOME PAPER OF THE DISTRICT SINCE 1878 This formed the basis of the northern municipalities‘ argu~ ment in favour of adhering to the present agreement for the oper~ atlon of the North Yonge Bus Line until expiry of the agree- ment in 1960. The request for a hearing was made by the Transit Commission following refusal by the municipalities owning the line to cancel the ten year ag~ reement until its legal termina~ tion. Objects To Terms At a hearing in front of the Ontario Municipal Board last Tuesday afternoon in Toronto, C. P. McTague, joint counsel for the municipalities of Richmond Hill and Mark- ham and Vaughan Townships, told Municipal Board Chair- man, J. A. Kennedy, and V. S. Milburn that the application of the Toronto Transit Commission to cancel the agreement for the operation of the North Yonge Bus Line as present- ed at the hearing was a matter that should be decided be- fore a court of law. He said that case as it was being pre‘ sented actually required an interpretation of the agree- ment between the northern municipalities and the T.T.C. and it also involved the interpretation of Bill 80, the Metro- politan Act, “which power is not vested in this board.” "Interpretation Bill 80 Not Within OMB Power” W. F. Irwin, Assistant Mana- ger In charge of Development for the T. T. C. was the first wit- ness called. Following a resume of the history of the line, he told the chairman that the net profit for the twenty years, 1930-50, on he north line had been $392,723. less about $5,000 for loss in the early years He said the net profit to date is approximately $420,000. Operating profits for 54 and 55 were listed as $123,542. of which 45 percent was divided among the three municipalities owning the line. He said that this was the last of 17 agreements held by the T. T. C. still to be in effect. He testified that the Com- mission follows a system of hav- ing the good lines pay for the poor paying ones. “With profits going to Markham, Vaughan and Richmond Hill this doesn't work out", he said. admitting that the North Yonge line is a “good one" Early in the hearing, during the preliminary stages, Mr. McTague objected strenuously to the term “frustration” with regards the state of the agreement, as used by G. A, McGillvray. counsel for the T.T.C. At that time a ten minute recess was granted to alâ€" low the several lawyers to pre~ pare a mutually satisfactory ag~ reement for the deletion of the term frustration. However, at the conclusion of the hearing, Mr. McTague expressed the fee1~ ing that the entire case as pre- sented by Mr. McGillivray actual- ly centred around the doctrine of frustration. He said that Canad~ ian law interprets "frustration" as a condition existing when cir- cumstances prevent either party from carrying out a contract “In this case there is no reason why the agreement cannot be carried out. The fact that Metro has tak~ en over North York and conse- quently a part of the line is not sufficient reason to terminate the agreement”, he said. He urged that the Municipal Board'decline‘ to render a decision of the mat- ter under these circumstances and in View of the fact that the matter must be administrative rather than judicial to come within their sphere of power. Claims Invalid Mr. McGillivray's argument on behalf of the T.T.C. which is seeking the termination of the agreement was based on the con- tention that with the formation of the Metropolitan Area which took North York Township's share in the line and consolidat- ed it with the Toronto Transit In the calling of witnesses, presentation of evidence and presentation of arguments which lasted all day the complete his- tory of the development of the line from its beginnings as part of the North Yonge Radial sys- tem to the present North Yonge Bus Line was given. ’ Commission, the agreement was now invalid and should be re- drawn. Mr. McGillivray stressed that the purpose of forming Met~ to was to consolidate and im- prove services and particularly transportation He said that un~ der the present arrangement it was impossible for the T.T.C. to provide much needed feeder lines in the heavily populated North Ybrk Area. Mr. McTague ques- tioned this and evidence proved later that the T. T. C. had never asked the other owner-munici- palities about the installations of feeder lines ‘ Review History In the cross examination. Mr. McTague took strong exception to Mr. Irvin's insinuation that the T.T.C. had no knowledge of the proposals with regard to the for- mation of the Metropolitan Area. He said that it was ridiculous to plead ignorance of this in View YOUR HOME PAPER ALL THE NEWS OF THE DISTRICT Single Copy - 10 Cents of the fact that so many public hearings were held on the Bill before its final ratification. Mr. Irvin also confessed that no ap- plication or suggestion had been made regarding the question of feeder lines In North York to the three municipalities although part of the argument of the case was that the agreement was hamper- ing the setting up of these feed- er lines for the year ending December 1. 1955, the portion of the line north of Steele’s Ave., had earn- ed only 14.16 per cent of the fig- ure of $136,864 for the entire line. He said that a system of punch.- ing tickets had been used several times to test the apportionment of revenue. In reply to a ques-‘ tion. he said that although a study was made this year, no study was made at the time the Toronto Transportation Commis- sion became the Transit Com- mission, with the formation qt the Metropolitan Area. ’ Evidence by J. H. Kearn, Treat- urer for the T.'_1‘_.C. §howed that Deputy-Reeve Ken Tomlin of Richmond Hill was questioned regarding a meeting last spring between the municipalities and Mr. Lamport of the T.T.C. Mr. Tomlin said that Mr. Lampott had made several suggestions and had proposed that if the munici- palities gave up their share of the profits, the T.T.C. would con~ tinue to operate the line for the balance of the agreement and would assume any deficit for that period. Reeve Alfred LeMasurier of Markham Township testifying on the same joint meeting said that he had failed to be impressed with Mr. Lamport's arguments at (Continued on page 2) Energetic member of this year's Vaughan Township Council, Councillor Robert Kirk announ- ced this week that he will be a candidate for the office of Depué tyâ€"Reeve in the December vot- ing. In his initial entry into mum icipal politics last year, Mr. Kirk scored a record plurality in lead~ ing the polls. During his first year of service he has displayed a deep understanding of the func- tions of local government and has taken an active part in all Council deliberations. The 1957 assessment re- port was presented to Vau- an Township council recent- ly. showing the total assess- ment of the roll returned on September 30. 1956, as be- ing $8,974,608.00, represent- ing-an increase of almost $1,000,000.00. It was agreed that the council meet with various assessing officials on the 8th or 9th of November. to discuss policy and directed that arrangements be made for a Court of Revision to be held in the council chambers at Maple on the 14th day of Noverriber. 1956 Seeks Off ice Deputy-Reeve SINGLE COPY Assessor’s Report ROBERT KIRK 10c